"In the desert I had found a freedom unattainable in civilization; a life unhampered by possessions, since everything that was not a necessity was an encumbrance. I had found too, a comradeship inherent in the circumstances, and the belief that tranquility was to be found there."

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Source : Wilfred Thesiger (2008). “Arabian Sands”, p.38, Penguin

Wilfred Thesiger

#Civilization Quotes #Desert Quotes #Unattainable Quotes

“Music causes us to think eloquently.”
“Success in anything is about focus and concentration. When I coached, I'd say to the players, 'Yes, I know you played hard, but that's not good enough. You've got to stay focused on the task at hand the entire game.'”
“I can't choose whether someone is offended by my actions. I can choose whether I care.”
“Second, this epic tale allows the audience to actually listen to the Native Americans and receive their wisdom. Spielberg conveys the respect for Native Americans that is normally lacking in Western films.”
“There are more black men incarcerated today than there were slaves in 1850.”
“I do think that there is pressure in various constituencies to reject the president.”
“The crowd doesn't give a crap as long as you bring the money in.”
“Accountability only works if you want it to.”

Source : Dillon Burroughs (2011). “Undefending Christianity: Embracing Truth Without Having All the Answers”, p.5, Harvest House Publishers

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